Exeter Township, PA (February 17, 2026) – A fatal pedestrian accident in a busy shopping center parking lot left one woman dead and another injured on Monday afternoon. The incident occurred just after 2:00 p.m. in the lot of the Boscov’s department store, located in the 4500 block of Perkiomen Avenue.
According to the Exeter Township Police Department, two adult women were walking across the parking lot in front of the store when they were struck by a pickup truck. Investigators believe the truck was turning into the main driving lane in front of the building at the time of the impact. Both women sustained injuries and were quickly transported to a local hospital for medical care. Tragically, one of the pedestrians later succumbed to her injuries; her identity has not yet been released pending notification of her family.
The driver of the pickup truck remained at the scene and has been fully cooperating with the investigation. Members of the department’s Traffic Safety Unit spent several hours at the scene documenting the area, measuring distances, and interviewing witnesses. While the investigation is ongoing, authorities have noted that nearly one in five vehicle accidents nationally occur in parking lots or garages, often due to the complex mix of pedestrians and vehicles in narrow, high-traffic corridors.
Fatal Pedestrian Accident in Pennsylvania
Parking lot accidents involving pedestrians raise specific legal questions regarding a driver’s duty of care in non-traditional roadway settings. In Pennsylvania, drivers are expected to maintain a constant lookout and operate their vehicles at a speed that allows them to react to pedestrians. When a pedestrian is killed or seriously injured in a commercial lot, the family may be entitled to pursue a wrongful death or survival action to recover damages for medical bills, funeral costs, and the loss of financial and emotional support. Because Pennsylvania follows a modified comparative negligence system, victims or their estates can recover damages as long as they are not more than 50% responsible for the accident.
Navigating the legal aftermath of a pedestrian fatality requires a detailed investigation into the environment where the crash occurred. An experienced Pennsylvania personal injury attorney helps secure surveillance footage from surrounding businesses and analyze the lighting and signage of the parking lot to determine if property design played a role in the accident. They also manage the complex interactions with insurance providers, ensuring that “No-Fault” medical benefits are correctly applied and that the family is protected from settlement offers that do not reflect the true long-term impact of their loss. This professional oversight is essential to holding negligent parties accountable and providing the family with the closure they deserve.
Pennsylvania law maintains strict time limits for filing legal claims after a fatal accident. While the statute of limitations for a wrongful death or personal injury lawsuit is generally two years from the date of the incident, the window to preserve critical evidence—such as vehicle data or witness testimony—is much smaller. Furthermore, if a business entity or a municipal road design is found to be a contributing factor, specific notice requirements must be met early in the process. Taking prompt action is a necessary step to ensure that the facts of the case are preserved and that the family’s future is financially secured.
If you have questions about your legal rights after a pedestrian accident or a fatal collision in a parking lot, contact Stanley Law Office at 888-997-3889 for a free, private consultation. We are here to help you find the answers and support your family deserves.
